District of Columbia

Place Name

District of Columbia

Place Description

The District of Columbia is the federal capital city of the United States on the Potomac River, bordering the states of Maryland and Virginia. It’s architecture is defined primarily by neoclassical monuments and buildings – including the iconic ones that house the federal government’s three branches: the Capitol, White House and Supreme Court. It's also home to iconic museums and performing-arts venues such as the Kennedy Center.

Also Known As

DC

Place Type

State/Province

Located In

Updated By

Wafa Ghnaim